Nollywood actress and former beauty queen Tenia Abraham has died at the age of 32, her family has announced, and she was buried in Abuja on Saturday, October 17, 2026. According to an obituary shared on her Instagram page, Abraham died on October 13, 2026.
The family announced her passing on her social media pages on Thursday, October 15, describing her as a talented actress, a loving daughter, sister and friend. Two days later, family members, friends and well-wishers gathered in Abuja to say their final goodbyes.
A funeral filled with grief and love
According to the burial programme, mourners gathered at the mortuary of the Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, Abuja, by 9 a.m. for a final viewing, ahead of the burial at Gudu Cemetery at 10 a.m. on Saturday.
In their tribute, her family celebrated her contributions and the impact she made during her lifetime. “She lived with passion, touched many lives with her talent and left behind a legacy that will never be forgotten,” the family said in their announcement.
The family added that although she was no longer alive, her talent, beauty and kindness would remain in the hearts of those who knew her. The message has been shared widely by fans, many of whom had followed her acting work and her pageant career.
From beauty queen to screen actress
Beyond acting, Abraham participated in beauty pageants and held the title of Beauty Queen South South 2020, a crown that raised her profile in entertainment circles, particularly in Nigeria’s South-South region.
Her full name was Tenia Abraham Omenogor, according to the family obituary. She was known for her roles in Nollywood productions and for a warm presence on social media, where she connected directly with fans and fellow performers.
Following news of her death, attention also returned to a social media post she made in August, in which she reflected on mortality and encouraged people to embrace love. “One day we will leave this world. Let’s love lead,” Abraham wrote, a message that has since been reshared thousands of times by grieving followers.
A young talent gone too soon
The family said Abraham died after suffering from a kidney infection, according to the obituary. No detailed medical report has been made public, and the family has asked for privacy as they grieve.
Tributes have continued to pour in from colleagues, fans and well-wishers in the days since her burial. For many, the loss is a painful reminder of the young talents whose careers are cut short, and of the families and communities left behind. At just 32, Abraham’s story ended far too early, but those who knew her say her passion, kindness and talent will not be forgotten.
